Procurement Category Manager - Digital Technologies

Employer: 1st Executive

Location: Reading, Berkshire, GB

Salary: Competitive salary

Job type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z

Job Description

Hybrid | Competitive Salary + Benefits Join a high-profile transformation programme where procurement is central to business strategy. This role offers the opportunity to drive digital procurement innovation, shape category strategy and influence major commercial decisions across complex, high-value spend areas. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver strategic category plans Lead end-to-end sourcing and tender activity Drive supplier performance and commercial value Support procurement transformation and digital initiatives Influence senior stakeholders across the business Identify innovation, efficiency and cost optimisation opportunities Manage strategic supplier relationships and negotiations Skills & Experience Required Category Management or Strategic Procurement experience Strong sourcing and negotiation capability Experience within complex or regulated environments Digital procurement mindset and continuous improvement focus Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills Supplier and contract management expertise Analytical and commercially driven approach Ability to work across transformation and change programmes Why Apply? High-profile transformation environment Procurement recognised as a strategic business partner Strong career progression opportunities Exposure to large-scale investment programmes Collaborative, forward-thinking commercial team Reach out now for more information

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